Ethics

Responsible hunting has an honourable history, great traditions and a code of ethical conduct that extends beyond hunting laws. If hunting is to continue as a respected and honourable activity, hunters must take ethics and responsibility seriously. The privilege to hunt carries with it responsibility to other people, wildlife and the environment.

Do not chase or harass wildlife while hunting. Only shoot what you will use and do not waste meat from animals you harvest.

Please leave the area you hunt in looking the same way it did before you arrived. Pack out your trash and equipment and do not damage the land with your vehicles. If you are hunting on private lands within an area with a settled land claim, you must ask permission first.

Please dispose of any parts you leave behind on land and not on the winter roads or frozen lakes. This ensures that once the ice melts, the remains do not fall into the water, possibly polluting the area. Gut piles can also pose a safety concern for people travelling on the ice or winter roads. As well, it is considered a sign of respect in some cultures to leave the remains of land animals on the land and not in the water.

Be a safe hunter and respect other hunters in the field. Know the hunting regulations and report any and all violations to the nearest Renewable Resource Officer or the Report a Poacher line at 1-866-762-2437.